What then did you go out to see? A prophet? Yes, I tell you, and more than a prophet.
But if we say, 'From man,' all the people will stone us to death, for they are convinced that John was a prophet."
And you, child, will be called the prophet of the Most High; for you will go before the Lord to prepare his ways,
He was a burning and shining lamp, and you were willing to rejoice for a while in his light.
"The Law and the Prophets were until John; since then the good news of the kingdom of God is preached, and everyone forces his way into it.[5]
What then did you go out to see? A man dressed in soft clothing? Behold, those who are dressed in splendid clothing and live in luxury are in kings' courts.
This is he of whom it is written, " 'Behold, I send my messenger before your face, who will prepare your way before you.'